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White Ribbon jetski event called tone deaf

A flotilla of 50 jet skis will ride in formation to raise awareness about domestic violence in NSW, but the event has been called confusing by critics.

AAP · Nov 14, 2022

Inquiry says Newcastle bus privatisation a 'disaster'

The Greens and Labor-led committee has found Newcastle's transport network is inferior and more expensive for passengers since Keolis Downer took it over in 2017.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 20, 2022

Hunter Valley records 'devastating' rise in rate of recorded sexual assault

The Hunter Valley has experienced a "devastating" rise in the number of sexual assaults reported to police over the past five years - recording the second largest jump in the state.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 16, 2022

Resourcing for domestic violence policing in NSW lags behind other states, audit finds

Six dedicated staff expected to support 280 domestic violence specialists and advise 12,000 officers

The Guardian - AU · Apr 4, 2022

Call for government action over assault, harassment survey

Charlestown MP Jodie Harrison says the NSW government needs to urgently respond to the safety needs of students at university campuses, after the results of a survey released last week showed almost 18 per cent of students polled at the University of Newcastle experienced sexual harassment since beginning their studies.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 29, 2022

Domestic violence continues to rise in NSW

Rates of domestic violence and sexual assault have continued to grow in NSW as the instances of all other types of crime fell or remained stable.

AAP · Mar 24, 2022

Passing the tests: MPs give RATs to community groups across the region

Last week the NSW government announced it would be sending 20 testing kits each to 98 electorate offices. Many MPs have decided to donate their free tests.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 17, 2022